Investigations Report SpecialistPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/newprint/4765898) ApplyInvestigations Report SpecialistSalary $38,459.20 - $56,201.60 AnnuallyLocation Des Moines - 50319 - Polk County, IAJob TypeFull-timeJob Number25-01669Agency595 Iowa Department of Public SafetyOpening Date12/18/2024Closing Date1/7/2025 11:59 PM CentralLinkedIn Tag#LI-POSTPoint of ContactCheryl Heinzman heinzman@dps.state.ia.usTo ApplyApplicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume within the NEOGOV application. Applicants MUST submit documentation of typing test with NeoGov application
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Job DescriptionOnly applicants who meet the Minimum Qualification Requirements and selective requirements will be placed on the eligible list. The Iowa Department of Public Safety's Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is seeking aWord Processor 3within the Transcription Unit. The Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) provides investigative support and expertise to law enforcement within Iowa. The DCI conducts and coordinates complex criminal investigations with local law enforcement agencies and is the primary criminal investigative and enforcement agency for providing regulatory support at state-licensed casinos. Do you love too read? Does you're favorite pod-caste involve true crime? Do mispellings, and punctuation errors jump off the page at yew? Do you know the difference between “regards” and “regard”? If you are reaching for a red pen right now, the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation has the position for you! Join the support operations team that compiles case reports for use in court and other investigative matters. If you were accused of the following, would there be enough evidence to convict?
You look for punctuation, grammar, and spelling errors wherever written words exist.
You are very detail-oriented.
Other people often ask you to proo their work.
You were secretly thrilled when the teacher made the class handwrite a page out of the dictionary.
Your vocabulary is colossal; your grammar is irreproachable.
There are people who would testify that you are better than average with Microsoft Word (advanced formatting, use of macros), are familiar with Adobe Acrobat Pro, and can format reports and exhibits to create an excellent end product.
If yes, then plead guilty and submit your application through NEOGOV.
Applicants are encouraged to include a cover letter and resume.
Position requires passing a thorough criminal background check conducted by the Iowa Department of Public Safety.
NOTE:This is not a remote position.The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., at DPS headquarters in downtown Des Moines.
The mission of the Department of Public Safety (DPS) is to serve the people of Iowa by providing public safety services with leadership, integrity, and professionalism through the core values of courtesy, service, and protection. The Department is a statewide law enforcement agency and includes the Administrative Services Division, the Iowa State Patrol, the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, the Iowa Division of Narcotics Enforcement, the Iowa State Fire Marshal, and the Division of Intelligence. The Department works in conjunction with federal, state, and local jurisdictions of the criminal justice community to provide for the safety of persons living in, or traveling through the state of Iowa.
As a State of Iowa Executive Branch agency, DPS offers excellent benefits:
Affordable health, dental, and life insurance.
Paid time off: Nine paid holidays plus generous paid vacation and paid sick leave, which begin to accrue on your first day of employment.
Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS) defined benefit program.
Regular work hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with a flexible, family-friendly work schedule available after six months.
Employee discounts from a variety of vendors.
Collaborative, creative, and positive work environment.
Selectives768 Word Processing:6 months experience using standard word processing software to produce final draft correspondence, reports, and other documents without assistance.Minimum Qualification RequirementsApplicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:1) All of the following (a and b): a. Ability to type at least 40 WPM NET,demonstrated by the completion of a typing examination authorized by the Iowa Department of Administrative Services – Human Resources Enterprise; andb. Two years of full-time experience in word processing functions such as: text editing and formatting, document storage and retrieval, and document merging experience.2) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work as a Word Processor 2.For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/classandpay/JobClassDescriptions/WordProcessor3-00063.pdf) Additional Qualification RequirementsPlease Note: If you do not have a test, you may schedule a time with IowaWorks locations across the state, schools and other places may allow to take tests. We are temporarily allowing ONLINE tests. Many free and reliable tests can be found by searching online. A site that has been popular amongst applicants is speedtypingonline.com . You may also use typing.com or typingtest.com . The test can be accepted if it is witnessed by another person and it has met the requirements/guidelines on the document submitted. These guidelines must be met and need to be on the typing document you submit:
Gross number of words typed in a five minute timed test
Number of errors
Net words per minute (one point deduction for each error)
Your name and date must be on the document submitted to this office.
And it must be signed off by a witness or another person not just from the typing website's electronic signature.
You may attach the document to the online application.
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Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?
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Do you meet both A and B: A. Ability to type at least 40 WPM NET as demonstrated by the completion of a typing examination authorized by the Iowa Department of Administrative Services – Human Resources Enterprise; and B. Two years of full-time experience in word processing functions such as: text editing and formatting, document storage and retrieval, and document merging experience
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Are you a current State of Iowa employee (executive branch)? IF YES – Do you have 12 months of full-time work experience in the classification of Word Processor 2 for the State of Iowa?
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Does your application demonstrate that you have 6 months experience using standard word processing software to produce final draft correspondence, reports, and other documents without assistance?
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AgencyState of IowaAgency595 Iowa Department of Public SafetyAddress215 E 7th StDes Moines, Iowa, 50319Websitehttps://dps.iowa.gov/ApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email
